Express Entry Draw #393 | 423 Invitations Issued in PNP Draw
On February 03, 2026, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 423 invitations in the Express Entry draw. The minimum CRS score was 749. This draw is program-specific. Only candidates who were nominated under the Provincial Nominee Program are invited.
What is the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)?
The Provincial Nominee Program allows Canada’s provinces and territories (except Quebec and Nunavut) to nominate skilled workers who have the skills, education, and work experience to contribute to the local economy.
If you receive a provincial nomination, you get an additional CRS points in the Express Entry system, significantly boosting your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency.
Summary of Recent Draws
- Draw 396: February 17, 2026 (Canadian Experience Class) — 6,000 ITAs, minimum CRS 508
- Draw 395: February 16, 2026 (Provincial Nominee Program) — 279 ITAs, minimum CRS 789
- Draw 394: February 6, 2026 (French Language Proficiency) — 8,500 ITAs, minimum CRS 400
- Draw 393: February 3, 2026 (Canadian Experience Class) — 423 ITAs, minimum CRS 749
How Express Entry Draws Work: A Simple Explanation
Before exploring the draw types, let’s look at how the entire process operates from start to finish.
1. Create Your Express Entry Profile
Candidates begin by completing an online profile that includes:
- Age
- Education
- Language scores
- Foreign or Canadian work experience
- Job offer details (if applicable)
- Provincial nomination information
If eligible for at least one of the three programs, FSWP, CEC, or FSTP, the profile moves to the next stage.
2. CRS Score Assignment
Your information is evaluated using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), which awards points up to 1,200 based on your qualifications.
3. Placement in the Pool
All eligible candidates enter the Express Entry pool, where they are ranked against others based on their CRS score.
4. IRCC Conducts Draws
IRCC typically holds draws every two weeks, though the timing can vary. Each draw has a set of criteria and a minimum CRS cut-off score.
5. ITA Issuance
Candidates who meet the draw’s criteria and have a CRS score at or above the cut-off receive an Invitation to Apply for permanent residence. From there, they have 60 days to submit a complete PR application.
Types of Express Entry Draws
| Draw Type | Who It Targets | Key Advantage |
| General Draws | Highest-ranking candidates | Best for high CRS scores |
| Program-Specific Draws | Candidates in one program stream (e.g., PNP, CEC) | Helps provinces or IRCC meet specific goals |
| Category-Based Draws | Applicants with selected skills or French ability | Great for skilled candidates with mid-range CRS scores |
If you want expert guidance on improving your CRS score, choosing the right Express Entry category, or boosting your chances of receiving an ITA, Contact Expressway Immigration today and take the next confident step toward Canadian permanent residence.
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How Expressway Immigration™ Can Help
Express Entry is designed to be transparent, but the reality is that competition is fierce, rules shift quickly, and even small mistakes in an application can lead to rejection. This is where Our licensed RCIC consultants can make all the difference.
Our Services Include:
- Profile assessment: to calculate your CRS and recommend improvements.
- Program strategy: to help you choose between Express Entry, PNP, or other immigration streams.
- Strategy development: Crafting a roadmap to boost your CRS and align with future draw eligibility.
- Document preparation: Ensuring your work experience, credentials, language tests and other evidence are ready.
- Application support: to ensure accurate documentation and error-free submission.
- Submission guidance: Helping you prepare for ITA receipt, application timing, and compliance with IRCC requirements.
- Next Express Entry Draw guidance: so you know what to expect and how to prepare.
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